1985 Original NES Nintendo System Console + New 72 Pin Authentic & Clean!
Bottom line: The 1985 NES Nintendo System Console + New 72 Pin Authentic & Clean! is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro consoles category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Manufacturer description
We've opened every console up, cleaned inside and out and installed a new 72-pin connector. 1 RCA Composite video cable for newer TV's. Includes everything needed to play We're here to help.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored 1985 NES Nintendo System Console + New 72 Pin Authentic & Clean! using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro consoles category. Nintendo's retro consoles lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for retro consoles of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Full Specifications
| cpu | Ricoh 2A03 |
|---|---|
| bits | 8 |
| cartridge_pins | 72 |
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